Historical museum fundraiser was a jazzy affair
By Charles Sercombe For a few hours last Thursday here in Hamtramck, it was a step back in time to the “Roaring 20s.” The Hamtramck Historical Commission held a 1920s-era…
Labor Day Festival now has a new sponsor
By David Piestrzynski Special to The Review The annual Hamtramck Labor Day Festival is taking shape. “Right now we’re working on the aesthetics to make it all look good,” said…
Recall drive is moving forward in Hamtramck
By Mike Murphy Special to The Review Hamtramck residents will have many opportunities to fire Gov. Rick Snyder if two men long associated with the city have their way. Both…
Is Old Glory a fading memory in Hamtramck?
By Charles Sercombe Once upon a time, not too long ago actually, Flag Day in Hamtramck was something special. But apparently, not anymore. We’re not sure when this happened, but…
For students and staff, leaving old school is bittersweet
By Charles Sercombe It’s not often you hear about students going on a parade to celebrate being transferred to a new school. But instead of moping about the closing of…
Police auction brings out the big bidders
By Alan R. Madeleine You want a hot deal on a used car, industrial-sized fan, big-screen TV or bag of jewelry? Well mister, you should’ve been there on the steps…
Schools look for a library makeover
By Mike Murphy Special to The Review Hamtramck Public Schools Media Specialist Brad Alan Neff is hoping that a mini makeover set to take place at the Holbrook Elementary School…
Veterans Park could be going to the dogs
By David Piestrzynski Special to The Review Lauren Hepola has a “pet” project that’s worth howling about. She wants to create a dog park for Hamtramck. “I see it as…
For these two councilmembers, it’s no thanks for another term
By Charles Sercombe Lost, perhaps, in this upcoming election for City Council is the fact that two incumbents have decided not to run. It’s almost unprecedented. Imagine, you are a…
City Hall Insider …
What is our City Council up to these days? We have the scoop and the highlights – as well as the lowlights – of the latest council meeting. By Charles…
